Family Worker

Position Title: Family Worker

Date Modified:  October 2023

FLSA Classification:  Non-Exempt

Reports to:  Senior Director of Social Services, Family & Youth Programs

Schedule:  40 hours per week, generally Monday – Friday, including one evening shift when evening programs are operating and occasional weekend work

Position Purpose:  As a member of the Familia Adelante team, provides direct case management, family coaching, advocacy and referrals for immigrant families. 

Responsibilities:

• Maintain a case load of approximately 25 Familia Adelante families, which includes completing occasional home visits, weekly meetings and maintaining all records and paperwork
• Plan and facilitate workshops and events in the Familia Adelante collaboration
• Enter program data in database
• Assist program director in preparing program reports
• Assist in evaluating program activities and initiatives as needed
• Participate in program meetings, case reviews and staff meetings
• Participate in and facilitate occasional weekend events and activities
• Participate in one or more Familia Adelante weekend retreats for participants in spring
• Assist colleagues with Parenting Skills classes, transitioning to a teaching role in 2024
• Assume other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

• BSW (or BA in related field) and 2 years of experience  – OR –  3+ years experience in similar role
• Fluency and literacy in Spanish and English
• Case management experience required; group facilitation experience preferred
• Experience working with the immigrant community preferred
• Familiarity and knowledge of Latino culture and the immigrant experience preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and use self-initiative
• Computer literacy required, including competence in Microsoft Office and ability to navigate the internet

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Generally works in standard office and program space conditions and climate